US Bridges

I65 over Trinity Lane

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · I65/TRINITY Lane · Structure no. 19I00650063

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
183 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
182,508
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I65 over Trinity Lane is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I65 over Trinity Lane in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 64 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 182,508 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 269,888 by 2042. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 168 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI65
CrossesTrinity Lane
LocationI65/TRINITY Lane
RouteInterstate I0065
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.20627, -86.77624
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length183 ft (55.8 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width168 ft (51.2 m)
Roadway width166 ft (50.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic182,508 (2021)
Projected traffic269,888 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I65 over Trinity Lane built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is I65 over Trinity Lane in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does I65 over Trinity Lane carry?

About 182,508 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I65 over Trinity Lane?

The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 168 ft wide.

Who owns I65 over Trinity Lane?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.